Postcode Analysis Gateshead, North East

OLD DURHAM ROAD, NE9 5DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD DURHAM ROAD, NE9 5DQ.

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Population

280

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NE9 5DQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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5/10
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10/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NE9 5DQ spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 24.5% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE9 5DQ is a safe, established residential area on Old Durham Road, 0.4km from Mount Pleasant in Gateshead. Administratively it sits within Deckham ward and the Gateshead constituency.

For families considering a move, NE9 5DQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £103k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 24.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE9 5DQ are sourced from Output Area E00041594 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE9 5DQ. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 92,000

11 sales · Mean £ 94,840

Terraced

£ 146,000

2 sales · Mean £ 146,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NE9 5DQ has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences130
Criminal damage and arson34
Anti-social behaviour28
Public order23
Vehicle crime17

school Local Schools

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Dryden School

Outstanding55 pupils0.4 km
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River Tyne Academy Gateshead

Good75 pupils0.4 km
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Gibside School

Outstanding173 pupils0.6 km
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South Street Community Primary School

Requires Improvement248 pupils0.6 km
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Carr Hill Community Primary School

Good316 pupils0.6 km
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Low Fell

Good0.7 km
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Caedmon Community Primary School

Good247 pupils0.9 km
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Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Gateshead

Outstanding1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

27 nearby
  • Bakery0.8 km
  • GS Pannu0.8 km
  • HAQS General Dealers0.9 km
  • Jenny Hall0.8 km
  • Subway Bp Swallow Service Station0.9 km
  • + 22 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Gateshead RUFC0.7 km
  • Gateshead Snooker Centre0.4 km
  • 101 Regiment Royal Artillery0.8 km
  • Gateshead Royal British Legion Club0.9 km
  • The Plough0.1 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Bewicks (Central Library)0.7 km
  • Saltwell Towers Tea Room1.0 km
  • Samosa Sisters0.9 km
  • Nacho Average0.9 km
  • Sheriff Hill Methodist Church0.6 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • A Bit Of A Mouthful0.8 km
  • The Imperial Express0.3 km
  • Anglo Pizza & Kebab0.4 km
  • Danny's Kitchen1.0 km
  • Fish Fry0.6 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Ali Baba0.9 km
  • Heron Foods0.4 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Globe Hotel0.7 km
  • Durham House Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Heworth2.5 km
  • Newcastle Central (Metro)2.7 km
  • Newcastle2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Old Durham Road-The Plough Ph0.0 km
  • Old Durham Road-Valley Drive0.1 km
  • Old Durham Road-Holyoake Gardens0.1 km
  • Carr Hill Road0.2 km
  • Carr Hill Road0.2 km